Community Action Coalition
Board Meeting Minutes
May 22, 2006
4:00-5:30pm
Meeting began at 4:05pm.
Present:
Michael Becherer, President
Paul Brenner, Treasurer
Jon Walters, PR Chair
Patty Little, Board Maintenance Chair
Judy Downs, Risk Assessment Chair
Regina Theisen, Resource Assessment Chair
Marilynn Jackson, Project Director
Jim Clark, Process Consultant
Roy Herold,MD, Medical Consultant
Vincent Nusunginya, Webmaster
Dr. Matt Dammeyer, guest speaker
Guests:
Dave Carey (Mayor of Soldotna), Phil Hermanek (Clarion) Rae Sanders
(CPCS), Keren Kelly(CPGH), Kira Rodriguez (CPHC), Holly Kinner, Pat
Robinson (CICADA), Henry Novak (CICADA), Jeanette Desimone (CICADA),
Margaret Parsons-Williams (parent), Marie Brooks (Saddle-Up), Harold
Fencel (DAV), Tammy Hanley (K-Beach Elem), Todd Syverson (Soldotna
High), Sean Dusek (KPBSD), Sam Stewart (KPBSD), Sharon Brower, Jane
Stein (Bridges), Bonnie Nichols (CPGH).
Getting Started:
Introduction of members and guests.
Overview of the development of the Coalition and the activities to
date was presented by Michael Becherer. Calendar of events, including
the recent PNA Survey was discussed, and the next general meeting was
announced for September (no date has been set). It was clarified that
the working board meets monthly, while general meetings are held 4
times per year (Sept, Dec, March and May). Brochures and business cards
mood pencils and lollipops were distributed to all.
Virtual Tour:
Vincent gave a live demonstration of the website, www.kpcac.org,
the process of registration for participation in the forums and an
overview of the site features. Volunteer forms are on the website
with committee descriptions and discussion forums.
PNA Survey Results:
Jim Clark presented a power point summary of the 6th grade data
from the recent PNA Survey. Risk and protective factors were explained,
with emphasis that this initial report is the first of several steps
in the overall data analysis and interpretation. Additional meetings
will be planned with the school district, community groups and public
forums as the picture unfolds and the community profile is developed.
Handouts of the slides were distributed for review. Numerous questions
and comments were shared.
Strengthening Families Presentation- Dr. Matt Dammeyer:
Dr. Dammeyer summarized the evidence-based 14 week family support
program that is currently being offered to 10 local families. Informational
brochures were distributed. This program will conclude in two weeks,
with plans for additional programs to be offered later in the year,
based on funding. A two–day training program is scheduled for
June 22-23 and is open to all interested parties. Attendance is limited,
registration is free, contact Marilynn Jackson for information and
to register.
What’s Next:
It was announced that six students from local high schools are being
sponsored by the Coalition to attend the Points of Leadership camp
in June. The non-profit application is still in progress and work
continues on membership recruitment and youth development. There
will be a youth fair in the fall, during the time of school registration.
Next Meeting:
September 2006, date, time and place to be announced.
*The Board will meet through the summer and meetings are
open to the public. Check the website and the Clarion for meeting
dates and
times. Email announcements will also be sent.
Meeting concluded at 5:30 pm.
Respectfully submitted by Marilynn Jackson, Project
Director, May 25, 2006.
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